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How to Reset a Fuel Pump Shut Off Switch
- Locate your car’s inertial trigger or airbag control module.
- Push the button on the inertial switch; it should be clearly marked as the fuel pump reset, and may be in a contrasting color to the case.
What is a fuel pump cutoff switch?
Commonly referred to as the inertia switch, the fuel pump shut off switch is designed to shut off the fuel pump when it is detected that the vehicle has come to an unusually sudden, or forceful stop.
These are the trim pieces just ahead of your front doors where your foot typically brushes. Push the button on the inertial switch; it should be clearly marked as the fuel pump reset, and may be in a contrasting color to the case. You may need to turn the ignition key to the on or accessory position to energize the module and reset the switch.
How can I reset the fuel cut off?
This is similar to an electrical circuit breaker in your home which can be easily reset by pushing the button or pulling the leverage down. All modern fuel injection cars are equipped with an inertial fuel cut off switch that shuts off the power supply for the fuel pump if the vehicle is in a collision.
Where is the emergency fuel shut off switch?
Emergency Fuel Shut Off Switch Location on Other Cars On Ford, Peugeot, VW, Citroen, Vauxhall, Subaru, Renault, Toyota and Mazda, inertia switch location is usually on one of the following two hidden places: Behind or below glove compartment, sometimes hidden under the carpet; Under side-panel located next to the drivers’ door;
Is there a way to reset the engine control module?
There are a few ways to reset your Engine control modules. One way is by disconnecting the battery cable for 2 to 3 minutes and waiting to see if the check engine light comes back on upon reconnecting the battery and start the car.